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WA SB5820
WA SB5820Establishing protections for citizens participating in the initiative and referendum process.
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Introduced
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
In Committee
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to establishing protections for citizens 2 participating in the initiative and referendum process; and adding a 3 new section to chapter 29A.84 RCW. 4
AI Summary
This bill establishes protections for citizens participating in the initiative and referendum process. The key provisions include prohibiting individuals from publicly protesting others who are collecting signatures or signing initiative or referendum petitions within 25 feet of the petition-related activity. A violation of this provision is considered a violation of the existing law under RCW 29A.84.250(4).
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (9)
Jeff Wilson (R)*,
Phil Fortunato (R),
Jeff Holy (R),
Jim McCune (R),
Mark Mullet (D),
Mike Padden (R),
Shelly Short (R),
Nikki Torres (R),
Keith Wagoner (R),
Last Action
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on State Government & Elections at 8:00 AM. (on 01/26/2024)
Taxonomy
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Voting Rights and Issues
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5820&Year=2023&Initiative=false | 12/11/2023 |
| Senate Bill Report (Orig.) | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5820%20SBA%20SGE%2024.pdf | 01/25/2024 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5820.pdf | 12/11/2023 |
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